Venture capital
Top Sources of Small-Business Financing in 2012
BY Catherine Clifford
The lending market for small businesses cratered during the recession and has been on a jagged path of recovery. To help fill the void, entrepreneurs are finding alternative financing sources. Why Crowdfunding is Bad for Business (Opinion)
BY Carol Tice
Should federal law be changed to allow crowdfunding to become more widespread? Here's why that may be a bad idea. How Entrepreneurs with Social Vision Secured Venture Capital
BY Gwen Moran
VCs help sharpen Warby Parker's focus on the eyeglass industry. The State of Venture Capital in 2012
BY Peter S. Cohan
For young companies looking for venture investments in the New Year, finding capital may be daunting but not impossible. The Investors Who Laughed at Zynga
BY Carol Tice
It's been a banner week for Zynga with its long-awaited IPO. But there was a time when its founder was criticized for proposing a free-gaming business model.Play Video Targeting the 'It Girl' Customer (Video)
BY Colleen DeBaise
The co-founders of Rent the Runway outline five strategies they've used to build a high-tech fashion company. How CouchSurfing Got its Start, and Landed VC Millions
BY Gwen Moran
Four entrepreneurs find more than pocket change in their couch. Why Venture Capitalists Heart NY
BY Peter S. Cohan
New York recently beat out rival Boston for the number two spot for venture capital accumulation. Here's what makes the Big Apple more appealing. What Groupon's IPO Means for Your Startup
BY Peter S. Cohan
Groupon went public to overwhelming demand. But will the surge help melt the near-frozen IPO market? Venture Investors Spar Over the Tech Bubble
BY Diana Ransom
Call it a bubble or not, Groupon's lower valuation may throw a wrench in it. How the Company Behind the Money & Bills App Secured $15 Million in Venture Funding
BY Gwen Moran
Pageonce lands a new cash infusion to mobilize the 'wallet of the future.' In 'TechStars,' See What VCs Really Think
BY Carol Tice
A new reality TV show provides a behind-the-scenes look at how some fast growth businesses are able to land venture capital funding. Will Crazy Market Moves Kill IPOs and Slash VC Investment?
BY Carol Tice
The stock markets' sharp swings has perhaps derailed two major public offerings this summer. Here's what continued volatility could mean for other small companies seeking venture capital. How a Used-Clothing Site Raised $8.4 Million in Venture Capital
BY Gwen Moran
A new strategy for an online hand-me-downs company targeting moms helps raise an infusion of cash from venture backers. Peter Thiel on What You Can't Learn in College
BY Jennifer Wang
The venture capitalist and co-founder of PayPal answers questions about his initiative to back the business dreams of select teen entrepreneurs willing to put their educations on hold. Doubts on Latest Plan to Lift Rural Small Businesses
BY Diana Ransom
President Obama announced a new plan to give hard-hit rural businesses a lift. But some wonder if it'll ever materialize. Startup Strives to Make Customer Service a More 'Zen' Experience
BY John Shinal
How three immigrant entrepreneurs found U.S. success in launching Zendesk. From Business Idea to Successful Startup in Three Months
BY Jennifer Wang
How Zaarly quickly brought its concept to market, complete with celebrity investment and lots of buzz. There's Something About Jack Dorsey
BY Diana Ransom
Twitter is quietly raising big bucks -- pegging the company's value at as much as $7 billion. What is Dorsey's secret?Play Video Insights: On Seeking Venture Capital (Video)
Venture investor Guy Kawasaki talks about the types of businesses most likely to interest fellow VCs. Five to Follow on Twitter for Raising Capital
BY Kara Ohngren
When you start a fast moving and disruptive business, VCs may soon knock on your door. Until, then check out Joe Fernandez of Klout's top five feeds to follow on Twitter. Guy Kawasaki on the Art of Enchantment
BY Jennifer Wang
The business guru shares his views on how to be really winning. How I Survived 'Shark Tank'
BY Carol Tice
Here's how Jonathan Boos of Wurkin Stiffs swam with the 'Sharks' and lived to tell the tale. How a Company Aiding Nonprofits Secured Venture Capital
BY Gwen Moran
A new way for small nonprofits to tap into big audiences and raise awareness and exposure online. 
